About Walt Stanky
Lived 1911 – 1978 (aged 67). Walt Stanky was an American basketball player.
Walter Joseph Stanky, born Walter Joseph Stankiewicz Jr. (February 24, 1911 – March 1978), was an American professional basketball player. He played in a number of amateur, semi-professional, and professional basketball leagues during the 1930s and 1940s. In the National Basketball League, Stanky played for the Warren Penns, Cleveland White Horses, Detroit Eagles, and Oshkosh All-Stars and averaged 5.7 points per game for his career.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Walt Stanky?
American basketball player (1911-1978)
When was Walt Stanky born?
Walt Stanky was born on 25 February 1911 in Erie.
When did Walt Stanky die?
Walt Stanky died on 17 March 1978 in Erie.
What was Walt Stanky's occupation?
Walt Stanky was a basketball player.
What nationality was Walt Stanky?
Walt Stanky was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Walt Stanky. https://biography.guide/walt-stanky/
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